1072. Breynia vitis‐idaea (Burm.f.) C.E.C.Fisch: Phyllanthaceae

Abstract

SummaryBreynia vitis‐idaea (Burm.f.) C.E.C.Fisch. is illustrated and its remarkable mutualism with a seed‐parasitic moth pollinator is described. The species is cultivated in the glasshouse of Koishikawa Botanical Garden together with its specific moth pollinator, which helps the plant to produce showy red fruits throughout the year.